Upcoming events.
Youth Program Info Meeting (YOB 2005-2012)
We hope you will join us for this info meeting, this is one of our best opportunities to share information with you about the upcoming season, program philosophy, etc. Because our programs cover a broad development range, we are going to try to hold two separate meetings this year - split roughly around the middle, age-wise. We hope this set-up helps us better tailor the message to the needs of each group.
The first session is for Prep-Rec, Prep-Comp, and Comp Team athletes. This includes participants with a Year of Birth of 2005-2012. Please join us in getting ready for a great season.
Tuesday October 22, 5:30-6:30, LBHS Cafeteria
Youth Program Info Meeting (YOB 2013-2018)
We hope you will join us for this info meeting. It’s one of our best opportunities to share information with you about the upcoming season, program philosophy, etc. Because our programs cover a broad development range, we are going to try to hold two separate meetings this year - split roughly around the middle, age-wise. We hope this set-up helps us better tailor the message to the needs of each group.
This session is for Polar Bears and Arctic Foxes. Athletes with a Year Of Birth 2013-2018. Please join us in getting ready for a great season.
Tuesday October 29, 5:30-6:30, MV Elementary Cafeteria
Ski Swap
Fall is the time to clear out the closets and gear rooms to make space for what you actually use. Or maybe your kids have outgrown the skis that have been sitting in your garage for years? Allow others to find your treasures at our annual ski swap!
Online Auction
We want cross-country skiing and quality instruction to be available to any youth skier interested. We serve over 150 youth skiers and with your support, we subsidize EVERY SKIER to provide a world-class program for a fraction of the actual cost. We are able to do this because of this auction.
Find unique experiences, goods, and services for your loved ones (or yourself) and support youth skiing in the Methow Valley. Our auction features goods, services and experiences from the Methow Valley and around the Northwest for skiers and non-skiers alike. With over 200 items, there is something for everyone, no matter your interest or budget! Browse the auction here.
Since 1998 the Methow Valley Nordic Team provides year-round coaching, mentorship, comradery, and technical instruction for hundreds of Methow Valley youth. From kindergartners to high school seniors, our program fosters a love of cross country skiing and Biathlon, offers off-screen active time outdoors with friends, and a passion for long-term development that continues long after skiers move on from our team. Alumni use the skills they develop ranging from work ethic, time management, and teamwork, to a deep appreciation for health and physical capabilities for the rest of their lives.
Bid early, bid often, find something great for yourself or those on your holiday list, and help share the fun and benefits of cross country skiing with Methow Valley's youth!
Do you have something to donate to the auction? We’d love to hear from you! Use this form or email info@mvnsef.org.
Methow Valley Nordic Ski Camp
The Methow Valley Nordic Ski Camp is three days of taking your skiing to the next level. We have something for everyone – whether you are a beginner to Nordic skiing or have been skiing for decades and love fine-tuning your skills, we have coaches to match your ability and interest. This adults only (18 and over) ski camp is based at Sun Mountain Lodge, with three days of small groups in both classic and skate skiing with top-level instructors. The Camp includes breakfast and lunch each day from Sun Mountain Lodge, equipment demos, wax clinics, daily stretching sessions, and more.
A Methow Trails pass is required, and you may bring your own or purchase a discounted 3 day pass when you register for camp. If you think you'll ski more this winter, and we hope you will, there are a few other pass options available, including a punch card, and the early season price on Seasons Pass for $349 (until November 1st). You can find all of the options here.
The most common questions are answered below, but if you have others, they’re likely answered here.
FAQ
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Registration will open Oct. 7. to MVN members. Non-members can register Oct. 8 if there are still spots available.
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Prior to November 23rd, full refund minus $60.
Until Dec. 5, 50% refund.
After Dec. 5, no refunds will be given.
As always, if you're sick, please stay home.
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Registration for general public begins October 7th at 11:59pm.
Early registration is available to MVNSEF Members beginning at 8am on October 7th. Check your Membership receipt or your dashboard for the access code.
Follow this link to SkiReg to register.
Ski Rodeo
There’s something for everyone at the Ski Rodeo!
This year's event will feature three race distances (15, 10 and 3 km) and participants can to choose to complete the race as an individual or part of a 2- or 3-person team, to make a unique, fun, early-season race! Oh, and there will be a lollipop race for the youngest participants at the conclusion of the event!
Registration
Stay tuned for registration for the 2024 Ski Rodeo.
One skier (or parent/guardian as applicable) should register all members of a 2 or 3-person team. All skiers (or their parent/guardian for minors) must complete a waiver prior to participating - stay tuned for a special link to the online waiver. This will help us expedite bib pick-up and save a few trees!
Please note: Registration closes at Midnight on Thursday December 28! NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION!
Entry fees:
$20 for an individual
$35 for teams (2 or 3 members; one fee per team)
Registration closes at Midnight on Thursday December 26! All Team (Relay) Skiers (or their parent/guardian) must complete a waiver prior to bib pick-up. Please complete the online waiver by 3 PM on Friday, December 27 to help expedite the process!
Categories
15 km:
Open (any age) individual or team,
Junior (Born 2003 and after) individual or team,
40-59 (age on race day) individual or team,
60+ (age on race day) individual or team
10 km:
Open (any age) individual or team,
U12/U14 team (Born 2009-2012),
U16/U18 (Born 2005-2008) individual or team,
3 km:
Open (any age) individual or team,
U14 individual (Born 2009-10),
U12 individual or team (Born 2011-12),
U10 individual or team (Born 2013 and after)
All genders will compete together in the team categories for the 2023 Rodeo.
Race Day Schedule
9 AM Bib Pick-up opens
10 AM 15 km (3 laps) freestyle team and individual event (mass start)
11:30 AM 10 km (3 laps) freestyle team and individual event (mass start)
12:45 PM 3 km (3 laps) freestyle U14 and open individual and team start
12:46 PM 3 km (3 laps) freestyle U12 individual and team start
12:47 PM 3 km (3 laps) freestyle U10 individual and team start
1:15 PM Untimed lollipop race (free!)
*Awards and prizes to be presented following each event
Team Event Tag Zone
Each team will be issued one bib, the exchange will be an exchange of the bib, which must take place in the designated tag zone in the stadium. This
Washington Nordic Cup
Skiers eligible for the Washington Nordic Cup will be awarded participation points for competing in the 3km, 10km or 15km individual or team events at the Ski Rodeo.
Course maps
TBD
Start Lists
Will be posted here when available
Prizes
Details coming...
Results
RESULTS 2021
Click here to link to results on webscorer
RESULTS 2020
Try Biathlon #1
Here’s your chance to try the awesome sport of biathlon from Methow Valley Biathlon! Learn the equipment, history, and safety, then you’ll receive individualized shooting instruction, practice shooting at targets and put it together with skiing on a short, easy biathlon course.
Open to ages 9 and older and no previous biathlon experience is required.
First come, first shoot. All proceeds help keep biathlon affordable and accessible for Methow Valley youth.
January Members’ Clinic
MVNSEF Members’ Clinic is two full days of professional instruction for both classic and skate techniques. With morning and afternoon sessions both days, It is the perfect way to get a bunch of skiing in, refine your skills (or learn new ones!) and spend time with other skiers while enjoying a weekend in Mazama. Registration also includes lunch both days! The cost of this clinic is $275 and is limited to 40 participants. Registration opens October 14th.
If you’re traveling from outside the valley, check out Methow Reservations, Mazama Ranch House, The Inn at Mazama, and the Freestone Inn for the closest lodging options.
Race of the Methow
The Race of the Methow is our signature race for all ages. A regional junior Olympics qualifier for the Pacific Northwest region, youth teams from around the west come experience the beauty of the Methow, at the McCabe trails.
Registration, schedule and information coming soon!
Ski to the Sun Marathon and Relay
Join Methow Trails and us for a delightful tour of the Methow Valley beginning in Mazama, down the Methow Community trail, over Wolf Ridge and culminating with a challenging climb up to Sun Mountain Lodge where post-race food and merriment await.
Enjoy festive feed zones along the way, or hand off to your next relay runner.
Ski to the Sun is proud to be part of one amazing series of ski races in the Pacific Northwest Loppet Series. Come join us in the Columbia River Valley, the Callaghan Valley, the Methow Valley and the Okanagan Valley for a competition that pits all ages against each other. Join for four times the fun!
More details forthcoming!
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Marathon categories: Free (skate) or classic, field limit 325
Team relay: Field limit 225 participants
Para Nordic: 10.5km sit ski or standing
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40k, solo as a marathon, or as part of an up to five person team.
Elevation Start: 2,210’ / 673m
Elevation End: 2,680’ / 817m
Total Elevation Gain: +1,932’ / 589m
Total Elevation Loss: -1,040’ / 317m
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Marathon freestyle / classic:
Until Dec. 1: $110 Dec 1
Dec. 1-Jan. 1: $130 Jan 1 -
Jan. 1-Jan. 15: $150
Relay Teams
Until Dec. 1: $85
Dec. 1-Jan. 1: $95
Jan. 1-Jan. 15: $105
Kids 17 and under $35
Para Nordic
Until Dec. 1: $85
Dec. 1 -Jan. 1: $95
After Jan. 1 - $105
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The Ski to the Sun Relay encourages skiers of all ages and abilities to join in the festivities! Skiers are welcome to skate or classic, but awards will be based on overall time (no skate and classic divisions).
All route details are subject to change.
Leg 1: Inn Run Loop
Kid/Beginner Skier - 0.7kmLeg 2: Mazama to Goat Creek Road
Beginner Skier - 4.8 kmLeg 3: Goat Creek Road to Browns Farm - 7.2 km
Intermediate Skier - 7.2 kmLeg 4: Browns Farm to Wolf Ridge Resort
Intermediate/Advanced Skier - 11.7 kmLeg 5: Wolf Ridge Resort to Chickadee Trailhead
Intermediate/Advanced Skier - 11.3 kmLeg 6: Chickadee Trailhead to Sun Mountain Lodge
Beginner/Intermediate Skier - 5.2 km
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The Para Nordic course offers a fun and challenging race from Mazama to Brown’s Farm (10.5km) with categories for standing and sitting racers. Racers will be transported to Sun Mountain Lodge after the race for the awards celebration and lunch.
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You can see all the past results here.
Try Biathlon #2
If you missed our Try Biathlon in December, here’s your chance to try the awesome sport of biathlon from Methow Valley Biathlon! Learn the equipment, history, and safety, then you’ll receive individualized shooting instruction, practice shooting at targets and put it together with skiing on a short, easy biathlon course.
Open to ages 9 and older and no previous biathlon experience is required.
First come, first shoot. All proceeds help keep biathlon affordable and accessible for Methow Valley youth.
Registration opens soon!
Chasing the Sun Biathlon Race
Chasing the Sun is MVNSEF’s annual biathlon race weekend, held at the LBHS range and McCabe Trails. In the sport of biathlon, competitors ski a course, shoot at a tiny target 50 m away, and then repeat the process. The sharp contrast between the vigorous effort and fast movement required for cross-country skiing, and the calm, controlled procedure necessary to shoot well makes biathlon a fun sport to watch as well as participate in. Skiing courses and shooting protocols vary based on age and experience.
More details coming soon!
Fall Training Camp
Get ready for winter with our first annual fall training camp! Learn dryland training techniques, strength exercises and workouts, and simply have fun with other skiers before the snow flies. Your legs and lungs will thank you when you’re flying down the trails as soon as the sweet white ribbons appear.
$375 includes all instruction, training sessions, catered evening appetizers on Friday, and breakfasts and lunches both weekend days.
We’ll be based in Mazama, at the North Cascades Mountain Guide building at the Mazama Trailhead. Nearby lodging options are The Inn at Mazama, Mazama Ranch House, Freestone Inn, and the Rolling Huts. Or, camp at Early Winters, Klipchuck, Lone Pine, or Ballard Campgrounds.
Schedule:
Friday, October 4:
5:00pm Welcome shake out run
6:00pm Meet and greet with appetizers and drinks (catered)
7:00pm Dinner on your own
Saturday, October 5:
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Morning training session: rollerski or ski imitation techniques
12:30pm Lunch (catered)
1:30pm Training discussion: how to build a plan
2:30pm Strength session
3:30pm Afternoon training session: the beauty of recovery runs/hikes/rollerskis
4:30pm Wrap up/Q&A
Sunday, October 6:
8:00am Breakfast; training discussion: fueling for performance
9:00am Morning session: uphill techniques
12:00pm Brunch (catered)
12:30pm Training discussion: technique work(?)
1:30pm Mobility session
2:30pm Wrap up/Q&A/Send off
Fall Interval Series
What:
Our fall interval series (formerly known as FART) is 10 weeks of progressive workouts, coached by head coach Pete Leonard. Sessions incorporate mobility and general movement skills plus dryland technique in the warm-up, followed by interval training. The intervals will begin with 20-30 min of 'work' time in the early sessions and build to up to 45 minutes at the end.
Cost: $150
When:
9:00am-11:00am Wednesday mornings starting September 18, through November 20
Who:
Open to all members!
How:
Register HERE, then bring a good pair of trail shoes, appropriate clothing for the conditions, a water bottle waist pack or a running vest for water during the session, and a pair of dryland (aka bounding) poles: chest height, but a little shorter (bottom of the sternum) or taller (like your classic ski poles) will work. It is important that the poles have a good functioning strap you can push on and a good metal tip that will hold when that force is applied.